Payroll Manager Jobs in Vancouver, BC

Senior Manager, Payroll

Vancouver, British Columbia
onsite
Permanent
125000 - 188000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Manager, Payroll to oversee and optimize payroll operations within their organization. Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, this role requires a dynamic leader with expertise in payroll systems, compliance, and employee benefits administration. You will play a critical role in ensuring payroll accuracy, streamlining processes, and supporting the broader HR and financial functions. The role would require relocation should you not be located in the lower mainland. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead all aspects of payroll operations for a complex, high-volume environment spanning unionized and non-union employee groups</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely processing of semi-monthly payroll, T4 and T4A slips, in compliance with legislative and collective agreement requirements</li><li>Maintain rigorous internal controls and risk management frameworks to safeguard payroll accuracy and confidentiality</li><li>Provide strategic guidance and escalation support for payroll-related labour relations matters, including grievances and bargaining</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, HR, IT, and the Integrated Services Center to align payroll strategy with enterprise objectives</li><li>Oversee Workday configuration, payroll system integrations, and automation initiatives, including Robotic Process Automation (RPA) </li><li>Coach, mentor, and lead a payroll team of 30, including team leads focused on operations, maternity leave, tuition waivers, and contributions</li><li>Serve as the institutional subject matter expert on Canadian payroll compliance, tax filings, benefit entitlements, and CRA regulations</li><li>Represent the company in audits, external stakeholder meetings, and strategic community initiatives</li><li>Drive continuous improvement through data analytics, performance metrics, and cross-functional engagement</li><li>Design and maintain payroll SLAs and KPIs to ensure alignment with service excellence goals </li><li>Lead communication and training initiatives for payroll across the company, including onboarding orientations and ServiceNow query triage</li><li>Serve as backup to the Director of Payroll during absences and support succession planning</li></ul>
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Manager

Vancouver, British Columbia
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
55 - 65 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a growing healthcare organization in Vancouver, British Columbia. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for a hands-on leader who can guide a developing AP function, strengthen day-to-day operations, and introduce practical process improvements in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Director of P2P and Treasury, the successful candidate will oversee a busy invoice workflow, support a collaborative team, and help build greater efficiency, accuracy, and accountability across accounts payable. Responsibilities:• Lead the accounts payable function by providing day-to-day direction, coaching, and oversight to a team responsible for high-volume invoice processing.• Review invoice coding, approvals, and payment activity to ensure transactions are accurate, complete, and aligned with internal controls.• Drive improvements in procure-to-pay practices by identifying inefficiencies, standardizing workflows, and recommending scalable solutions.• Drive automation and process enhancement initiatives within the AP environment, including effective use of payment and invoice management platforms.• Monitor vendor payments and related activities to maintain timeliness, resolve discrepancies, and reduce operational risk.• Partner with finance and operational stakeholders to clarify requirements, improve coordination, and support consistent payment processes across business units.• Help maintain and refine documented procedures so the team can follow clear, reliable, and compliant accounts payable practices.• Assess team capabilities, provide structure where needed, and foster a more proactive and improvement-focused approach to AP operations.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

North Vancouver, British Columbia
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 125000 CAD / Yearly
Accounting Manager (hybrid)North Vancouver, BC | Permanent | Full-Time Our client is a well-established organization located in North Vancouver and is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys being hands-on with the numbers while also providing leadership, mentorship, and oversight to an accounting team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the organization’s full-cycle accounting function, supporting accurate and timely financial reporting, and ensuring effective financial processes and controls. Experience with, or exposure to, unionized payroll processing will be considered an asset. Key Responsibilities• Oversee the full-cycle accounting function, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules• Lead and mentor members of the accounting team, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure accuracy and efficiency• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes and ensure reporting deadlines are consistently met• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial information• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis as required• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and financial processes• Oversee payroll-related accounting and provide support and/or oversight for unionized payroll processing, including familiarity with collective agreement requirements, payroll deductions, benefits, and related remittances• Liaise with HR and other internal stakeholders regarding payroll and employee-related accounting matters• Coordinate with external auditors and assist with year-end audit requirements• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, legislation, and regulatory requirements• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and reporting• Provide financial insight and support to senior leadership on an ongoing basis• Take a hands-on approach to accounting while providing leadership and direction to the broader finance function
2026-09-18T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Manager

Burnaby, British Columbia
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 110000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a well-established not-for-profit healthcare organization, is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join its leadership team. This is a hands-on HR leadership role supporting a unionized workforce within a complex, people-focused environment. Reporting to senior leadership, the HR Manager will oversee human resources, labour relations, collective agreement interpretation, workplace health and safety, and employee relations while helping shape and strengthen organizational culture. What You Will Be Doing<ul><li>Provide HR and labour relations guidance to leaders across the organization</li><li>Interpret and administer collective agreements and support grievance, investigation and disciplinary processes</li><li>Build and maintain positive relationships with unions and support constructive union-management relations</li><li>Lead and support employee relations matters, including performance, attendance, leave and conflict management</li><li>Oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding and employee records</li><li>Develop and implement HR policies, procedures and best practices</li><li>Support workplace investigations and recommend appropriate resolutions</li><li>Partner with leadership on organizational change, culture and employee engagement</li><li>Support occupational health and safety, injury management and return-to-work initiatives</li><li>Ensure compliance with employment, human rights and workplace safety legislation</li><li>Maintain accurate HR data, reporting and personnel records</li></ul>
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Surrey, British Columbia
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 135000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to provide strategic and operational HR leadership for a unionized manufacturing environment in Surrey, British Columbia. This role works closely with site and business leaders to strengthen employee relations, support workforce planning, and guide key people initiatives across multiple operations. The successful candidate will help advance a workplace culture centred on safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities: • Provide both strategic advice and hands-on HR support to operational leaders across several locations, ensuring people practices align with business goals.• Lead employee and labour relations matters by advising on workplace investigations, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, performance concerns, and policy application.• Work in partnership with labour relations teams to manage grievances, interpret collective agreements, support bargaining activities, and contribute to overall union strategies.• Build constructive relationships with union representatives to encourage effective communication and productive labour-management outcomes.• Oversee talent-related activities such as hiring support, onboarding, succession planning, employee development, and broader organizational effectiveness initiatives.• Manage the performance review cycle by facilitating goal setting, coaching conversations, development planning, and annual evaluation processes.• Administer compensation-related programs, including job assessments, salary adjustments, merit reviews, and incentive processes.• Track HR data and prepare reports that help leaders make informed decisions and identify opportunities for operational improvement.• Maintain compliance with employment standards, company policies, collective agreements, and workplace health and safety requirements.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Surrey, British Columbia
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 110000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is a well-established and respected heavy civil construction company with a strong reputation for quality, safety, and long-standing relationships throughout the Lower Mainland. They are seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead all human resources functions in a standalone leadership role.Reporting directly to the Owner, the HR Manager will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees, providing both strategic guidance and hands-on HR support. This position is ideal for a well-rounded HR professional who enjoys partnering closely with Operations, influencing people strategies, and enhancing the employee experience. The OpportunityThis broad HR leadership role offers exposure to all aspects of human resources. Working closely with ownership and Operations, you will support day-to-day employee needs while developing and improving HR policies, programs, processes, and initiatives that support business growth. Success in this role requires strong relationship-building skills, sound judgment, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Act as the primary HR resource and trusted advisor to the Owner, managers, and employees.</li><li>Partner with Operations leaders to understand business needs and provide practical HR solutions.</li><li>Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, development, and offboarding.</li><li>Lead full-cycle recruitment for office and field positions.</li><li>Develop and maintain effective onboarding and orientation programs.</li><li>Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, performance concerns, attendance management, workplace issues, and policy interpretation.</li><li>Support performance management processes, including coaching, documentation, reviews, and development planning.</li><li>Maintain HR policies, procedures, employee records, and documentation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with BC employment legislation and applicable regulatory requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to enhance employee engagement, retention, workplace culture, and organizational development initiatives.</li><li>Support compensation and benefits administration and provide market insights as needed.</li><li>Partner with Operations and site leadership to support health and safety programs and initiatives.</li><li>Coordinate employee communications and promote a respectful, accountable, and positive workplace culture.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve HR systems, processes, and the overall employee experience.</li><li>Prepare HR reports, metrics, and insights to support leadership decision-making.</li><li>Stay informed on employment legislation, HR best practices, and industry trends.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a successful, growing organization while maintaining a highly visible and influential leadership presence.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Office Manager

Surrey, British Columbia
onsite
Temporary
27.7115 - 32.087 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Office Manager to support the day-to-day operations of a busy union office. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited to someone who can coordinate administrative functions, manage competing priorities, and provide steady operational leadership in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will act as a central resource for staff, officers, and leadership while helping ensure office processes, events, budgets, and vendor relationships run smoothly. Responsibilities:• Coordinate daily office operations and balance shifting priorities across a high-volume administrative environment.• Serve as a key contact for union-related operational matters, helping ensure workplace practices align with collective agreement obligations and established policies.• Monitor staff workloads and adjust support based on deadlines, urgent issues, and business needs.• Keep leadership informed of critical developments, emerging concerns, and items requiring review or approval.• Support budget administration by tracking expenditures, preparing information for approvals, and maintaining cost awareness across office activities.• Organize workshops, training days, and meetings, including venue bookings, catering, materials, reminders, and follow-up actions.• Manage office purchasing for supplies, equipment, and services while coordinating approvals and working within tight budget parameters.• Oversee facility-related administrative tasks such as vendor coordination, service agreements, and insurance renewals.• Provide guidance and operational oversight to administrative staff and support collaboration with elected officers across multiple portfolios.
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager

Burnaby, British Columbia
onsite
Temporary
60 - 70 CAD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a Tax Manager for a 6 month contract with the potential to become a permanent full-time position. Reporting to the VP, Tax, the key job responsibilities include the following: • Manage indirect tax compliance, including US and Canadian sales taxes filings, exemption governance, and refund initiatives.• Support the company’s worldwide research and development tax credit applications and filings, collaborate with external advisors and internal teams to ensure the accuracy and justifiability of claims.• Oversee Canadian income tax provision and compliance.• Manage external and regulatory audits and examinations as required, ensuring appropriate audit documentation is available.• Collaborate with operational teams to provide practical, solution-oriented tax guidance on commercial transactions and corporate growth.• Identify tax planning opportunities and operational improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and automation in an expanding and growing business.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Richmond, British Columbia
onsite
Temporary
23 - 26 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a manufacturing organization in Richmond, British Columbia on a Contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone who works comfortably in a fast-paced setting, enjoys managing high-volume invoice activity, and can move confidently between multiple systems. The successful candidate will support day-to-day payables operations, help maintain accurate financial records, and contribute to timely vendor payments during a 2-3 month assignment. Responsibilities:• Process purchase order and non-purchase order invoices with accuracy, ensuring appropriate coding and supporting documentation are in place.• Enter accounts payable transactions into the accounting system and verify details against internal records and vendor information.• Administer weekly payment cycles, including electronic transfers and wire payments, while following established approval procedures.• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies to resolve outstanding items in a timely manner.• Work with internal teams to confirm general ledger allocations, match invoice details, and address payment-related questions.• Maintain organized digital records in a paperless environment to support audit readiness and efficient document retrieval.• Assist with accounts payable workload distribution and provide reliable support across an alphabetically assigned vendor portfolio.• Contribute to period-end activities such as preparing accrual-related information when required by the accounting team.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

IT Manager

Richmond, British Columbia
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
This is a steady, long-term position as an IT Manager with a private-sector organization in Richmond, BC. This company distributes consumer products across Canada, and they coordinate this from their facility in Richmond. In this role, you’ll lead a small team of three employees working across a wide range of technologies, related to IT infrastructure, hardware and enterprise ERP software systems. This is a full-time position, and includes a competitive base salary, bonus and group benefits including a health spending account. In this role, you’ll be working on a number of projects related to process optimization and software systems. You will also be working on data integrations between various systems, leveraging EDI and API data connections. How to Apply A bit about myself - my name is Nathan Wawruck, and I am a recruitment consultant based in Vancouver, BC. I have over a decade of matching software and IT professionals to job opportunities, and I am always looking to connect with like-minded people in the Vancouver area. If you're interested in pursuing this role, please apply to this posting online, and contact me for an initial discussion. This is a chance for us to discuss specifics, such as the company name, the key hiring managers, and the more in-depth job requirements. This is also a great opportunity to talk about your overall career goals and preferences. We can even discuss other potential roles which may fit what you're looking for. Please find me on LinkedIn by searching my name: Nathan Wawruck
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Finance Manager

Vancouver, British Columbia
onsite
Permanent
95000 - 115000 CAD / Yearly
Ready to step into a high-impact role where you can influence both financial performance and business decision-making? Our client, a growing professional services and consulting firm, is seeking a Finance Manager to lead corporate accounting, financial reporting, forecasting, and project financial management while partnering closely with leadership to support continued growth and operational excellence. This newly created role offers a unique blend of accounting, FP&A, and project finance responsibilities. You'll oversee month-end close, cash flow forecasting, financial reporting, client invoicing, budgeting, WIP, revenue recognition, and profitability analysis across a portfolio of client engagements.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

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